Boatman (noun)

A man who earns a living by operating or working on a boat.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from boat + man.

Examples:

1. The boatman rowed the tourists up the river to see the waterfall.
2. The boatman expertly navigated the treacherous rapids.
3. The boatman offered to take us fishing for the day.
4. The boatman worked hard all day, repairing the damaged hull of his boat.
5. The boatman pointed out the different types of birds along the riverbank.